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STEELINOX · 11 February 2013, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

We sold Girl Scout cookies on the front lawn until the girls got hungry, and took a break by driving the Falcon to our favorite Mexican restaurant for an early dinner/late lunch. The weather was quite cooperative, and the little Falcon ran like a sewing machine.

What'd you do this weekend, Carl?

Girl Scout cookies?

Man, sister, its GRAMMY AWARDS time !

Lisa · 11 February 2013, 02:28 PM

I forgot all about them Grammys! Not that excited about award shows.

FeelingTheBlues · 11 February 2013, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

We sold Girl Scout cookies on the front lawn until the girls got hungry, and took a break by driving the Falcon to our favorite Mexican restaurant for an early dinner/late lunch. The weather was quite cooperative, and the little Falcon ran like a sewing machine.

What'd you do this weekend, Carl?

That sure sounds like a fun weekend for you, I'm glad to know the weather wasn't bad.

I worked this weekend so nothing very fancy on my side. I also have another plan in mind: trying to get down to 140lbs. Since last week I got down to 147, we'll see how this one helps my case (and especially my belly...

), I have the idea of having some king of a lifestyle change, I'd like to eat less meat (which would be mostly fish) and be overall healthier. I am cutting junkfood again for now and the most greasy/sweet thing I'm getting is cheese and peanut butter for breakfast. I've also decided to cut down coffee to one in the morning and tea for the rest of the day. If you guys are interested I'll let you know how it goes.

Lisa · 11 February 2013, 03:00 PM

By all means, Carl, keep us posted. Best wishes to you for success (but unless you're a small person, 140 pounds sounds awfully slim!)

The Joker · 11 February 2013, 07:55 PM

Congrats on losing that weight Carl, know you've been trying really hard. 140 does sound quite light though, dunno your frame size. Women like to have something to hold onto, apparently

Art 1 · 11 February 2013, 09:19 PM

Those charts are out of date.

I have had that talk with my Doc. According to those charts I am obese. But in reality I'm muscular. An NFL running back can be 5'10'' and 220lbs. Imagine him on that chart. I would look like a skeleton if I weighed what the chart says.

Well, looking at it I'm 5'10" and 180 lbs, not too far off but I'm not a large frame.

The Joker · 11 February 2013, 09:31 PM

I know what you mean Art. People say I'm slim, but I prob fall in at the top end of my range. Maybe a bit over.

My dad was in the hospital a few years back, and they had one of these on the wall next to his bed. His argument was he's just not tall enough.

I'm not sure how these charts can be out of date though?

Art 1 · 11 February 2013, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

I know what you mean Art. People say I'm skinny, but I prob fall in at the top end of my range. Maybe a bit over.

My dad was in the hospital a few years back, and they had one of these on the wall next to his bed. His argument was he's just not tall enough.

I'm not sure how these charts can be out of date though?

That's funny, not tall enough. I have to remember that one. Look at the old movies from the 40's. Bogart, Stewart, Sinatra. People were very thin then. Those charts need updated.

People were thin as well when I was growing up. There were not many overweight kids. Only one or two per school it seems. Now, in the USA it's terrible. One can notice nice slender, attractive middle age mothers with their very overweight daughters while out and about. You know it's not genetics.

FeelingTheBlues · 11 February 2013, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

By all means, Carl, keep us posted. Best wishes to you for success (but unless you're a small person, 140 pounds sounds awfully slim!)

Thank you Lisa! I am actually in between 5'7" and 5'8" so 140 wouldn't be too slim for me. I've been able to keep my weight for quite a few months since I told you guys about my diet but I'd like to really get rid of the belly I still have (or, perhaps, convert it into some of those fancy abs guys have nowadays...do you know where I could get some of those?

:chuckle).

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Congrats on losing that weight Carl, know you've been trying really hard. 140 does sound quite light though, dunno your frame size. Women like to have something to hold onto, apparently

Well according to that chart I'm good but I could be a little lighter so I guess I'm not that bad!

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Originally Posted by The Joker

I know what you mean Art. People say I'm skinny, but I prob fall in at the top end of my range. Maybe a bit over.

My dad was in the hospital a few years back, and they had one of these on the wall next to his bed. His argument was he's just not tall enough.

I'm not sure how these charts can be out of date though?

I believe they probably added some factors to the way of interpreting your weight, could that be a possibility? I know I have looked online for my normal weight and all those calculators had a different way of doing it because for some of them I was spot-on and for some of them I was still overweight or borderline...

The Joker · 11 February 2013, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I've been able to keep my weight for quite a few months since I told you guys about my diet but I'd like to really get rid of the belly I still have (or, perhaps, convert it into some of those fancy abs guys have nowadays...do you know where I could get some of those?

:chuckle).

Here you go Carl, there's a machine you stick on your gut, and it works out for you, whilst you can just kick back, have a couple beers and watch the footy.

East Bay Rider · 11 February 2013, 10:42 PM

I admit it. I'm overweight. Fat even. If you ever see me at that weight, bring flowers because it won't be long.
Even in high school I was heavier than that and I was in real good shape then, worked out etc.

chicfarmer1 · 12 February 2013, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

T=but I'd like to really get rid of the belly I still have (or, perhaps, convert it into some of those fancy abs guys have nowadays...do you know where I could get some of those?

Yes I do.

Lisa · 12 February 2013, 06:36 AM

So THAT'S what Carl looks like!

bobbipiazza · 12 February 2013, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

"Plays" the piano is a stretch, Wes. ...

I need three hands and three brains on this one! Glad to get reinforcement from you about switching hands so the right can play the melody. At times the left hand has to go all over the place... jumping up to the treble clef is kind of like reading backwards if you know what I mean. Maybe it will help that I'm left-handed...:

You might practice one hand at a time - first learn the left, then add the right. As a lefty, you'll find the motion appealing if you twist your wrist slightly left to the lower notes, then slightly right to the upper chord. (this is easier than holding your hand level and trying to move your entire arm) Familiarize your right hand with the melody, then combine hands.

Last trick: at first, play it slowly enough that you don't make mistakes. Muscle memory can work for you or against you...

bobbipiazza · 12 February 2013, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Art 1

That's funny, not tall enough. I have to remember that one. Look at the old movies from the 40's. Bogart, Stewart, Sinatra. People were very thin then. Those charts need updated.

People were thin as well when I was growing up. There were not many overweight kids. Only one or two per school it seems. Now, in the USA it's terrible. One can notice nice slender, attractive middle age mothers with their very overweight daughters while out and about. You know it's not genetics.

I know what you mean, Art. I watched a Charlton Heston film with my girls the other night, and had to explain that he was considered "hunky". They're used to Vin Diesel...

FeelingTheBlues · 12 February 2013, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Here you go Carl, there's a machine you stick on your gut, and it works out for you, whilst you can just kick back, have a couple beers and watch the footy.

Does it work if I'm not watching the footy?

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Yes I do.

Send me three of those...now!

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So THAT'S what Carl looks like!

I'm just a bit less orange...

The Joker · 12 February 2013, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Does it work if I'm not watching the footy?

No, you have to be watching exercise on telly.

Art 1 · 12 February 2013, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by bobbipiazza

I know what you mean, Art. I watched a Charlton Heston film with my girls the other night, and had to explain that he was considered "hunky". They're used to Vin Diesel...

Yes, true, he was larger than most at that time.

FeelingTheBlues · 12 February 2013, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

No, you have to watching exercise on telly.

I don't even have a television here...

The Joker · 12 February 2013, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I don't even have a television here...

Stare at this.

Lisa · 12 February 2013, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by bobbipiazza

You might practice one hand at a time - first learn the left, then add the right. As a lefty, you'll find the motion appealing if you twist your wrist slightly left to the lower notes, then slightly right to the upper chord. (this is easier than holding your hand level and trying to move your entire arm) Familiarize your right hand with the melody, then combine hands.

Last trick: at first, play it slowly enough that you don't make mistakes. Muscle memory can work for you or against you...

Sound advice. Thank you!

Lisa · 12 February 2013, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Stare at this.

There you go, Carl. One and two and....

FeelingTheBlues · 12 February 2013, 08:28 AM

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Stare at this.

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There you go, Carl. One and two and....

This made me laugh, well done guys!

mikkibarry · 12 February 2013, 01:42 PM

Stuff: Mom is being moved out of a cardiac room to a regular one. Yay. Bob Ridgley gave me estimates on my watches. Expensive, but I hope it's worth it. And, I've got pinkeye and feel like I've flashed back to being 12 years old. Yow!!!

Hope y'all are doing well.

Lisa · 12 February 2013, 01:57 PM

Mikki, that's good news about your mom. Are you both in the same town? My thoughts are with you and your mom for her speedy recovery.

Bob Ridley is well respected around here. Your watches are in good hands.

mikkibarry · 12 February 2013, 02:02 PM

Hi Lisa. Mom is in NH, I'm in the DC area, but there are family up there in the frozen northland with her :-)

I got Bob's name from here and everyone says he's the best ever. I know he'll do a great job. He sent pictures of what was wrong with both the watches I sent. The movements themselves are pretty solid. yay!! I'll post the pix eventually since he said I could. I think I'll just snore away first :-) Long day.

Lisa · 12 February 2013, 02:08 PM

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Hi Lisa. Mom is in NH, I'm in the DC area, but there are family up there in the frozen northland with her :-)

I got Bob's name from here and everyone says he's the best ever. I know he'll do a great job. He sent pictures of what was wrong with both the watches I sent. The movements themselves are pretty solid. yay!! I'll post the pix eventually since he said I could. I think I'll just snore away first :-) Long day.

I hear ya. Mondays are hard.

The Joker · 12 February 2013, 05:50 PM

I wish your Mum the best, Mikki.

East Bay Rider · 12 February 2013, 09:31 PM

Good luck to your mom. Sounds like she's on the mend.

FeelingTheBlues · 12 February 2013, 10:07 PM

I wish all the best to your mother Mikki, thank you for the update.

Good luck with your watches as well, please post pictures when Bob is done with them!

11 February 2013, 10:42 PM	#15911
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,102	I admit it. I'm overweight. Fat even. If you ever see me at that weight, bring flowers because it won't be long. Even in high school I was heavier than that and I was in real good shape then, worked out etc. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

12 February 2013, 01:42 PM	#15924
mikkibarry "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mikki Location: Northern Virginia Watch: Your Six Posts: 1,146	Stuff: Mom is being moved out of a cardiac room to a regular one. Yay. Bob Ridgley gave me estimates on my watches. Expensive, but I hope it's worth it. And, I've got pinkeye and feel like I've flashed back to being 12 years old. Yow!!! Hope y'all are doing well. __________________ No Matter Where You Go - There You Are (and so's your Rolex) Card Carrying Chinese Crested Owner

12 February 2013, 02:02 PM	#15926
mikkibarry "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mikki Location: Northern Virginia Watch: Your Six Posts: 1,146	Hi Lisa. Mom is in NH, I'm in the DC area, but there are family up there in the frozen northland with her :-) I got Bob's name from here and everyone says he's the best ever. I know he'll do a great job. He sent pictures of what was wrong with both the watches I sent. The movements themselves are pretty solid. yay!! I'll post the pix eventually since he said I could. I think I'll just snore away first :-) Long day. __________________ No Matter Where You Go - There You Are (and so's your Rolex) Card Carrying Chinese Crested Owner

12 February 2013, 09:31 PM	#15929
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,102	Good luck to your mom. Sounds like she's on the mend. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

12 February 2013, 10:07 PM	#15930
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	I wish all the best to your mother Mikki, thank you for the update. Good luck with your watches as well, please post pictures when Bob is done with them! __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

11 February 2013, 02:28 PM	#15902
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	I forgot all about them Grammys! Not that excited about award shows.

11 February 2013, 03:00 PM	#15904
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	By all means, Carl, keep us posted. Best wishes to you for success (but unless you're a small person, 140 pounds sounds awfully slim!)

11 February 2013, 07:55 PM	#15905
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Congrats on losing that weight Carl, know you've been trying really hard. 140 does sound quite light though, dunno your frame size. Women like to have something to hold onto, apparently

11 February 2013, 09:19 PM	#15906
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Those charts are out of date. I have had that talk with my Doc. According to those charts I am obese. But in reality I'm muscular. An NFL running back can be 5'10'' and 220lbs. Imagine him on that chart. I would look like a skeleton if I weighed what the chart says. Well, looking at it I'm 5'10" and 180 lbs, not too far off but I'm not a large frame.

11 February 2013, 09:31 PM	#15907
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	I know what you mean Art. People say I'm slim, but I prob fall in at the top end of my range. Maybe a bit over. My dad was in the hospital a few years back, and they had one of these on the wall next to his bed. His argument was he's just not tall enough. I'm not sure how these charts can be out of date though?

12 February 2013, 06:36 AM	#15913
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	So THAT'S what Carl looks like!

12 February 2013, 01:57 PM	#15925
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Mikki, that's good news about your mom. Are you both in the same town? My thoughts are with you and your mom for her speedy recovery. Bob Ridley is well respected around here. Your watches are in good hands.

12 February 2013, 05:50 PM	#15928
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	I wish your Mum the best, Mikki.

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